In this episode, coach John recounts a story of Cindy and her weight loss journey from 350 lbs to where she is today.This offers a picture of what successful and sustainable weight loss looks like while begging the question, "How did she become this version of herself?"John discusses the five non-negotiable steps that every person has to go through it they want to heal and lose weight for good.  Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

That's right! My first book in the the fitness or personal development space is available for purchase now.In this episode I explain what my book is about, why I wrote it and what you can get from it. Get your copy now and please leave me a review!75 EASY - Amazon USAmazon UKAmazon CanadaAmazon Australia Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this episode, John embarks on a discussion of three key principles to easier, more successful and more sustainable weight loss. Topics include:Common fears about weight loss coaching or programs in generalWhy people shy away from getting the help they needThe power of observing life before changing anythingThe way to play "jenga" with your dietHow to enter calorie deficits in the easiest way possibleHow to figure out the optimal calorie deficit for your best results. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this episode, John discusses the popular fitness and mental toughness challenge, 75 Hard.Topics include:why 75 Hard is emblematic of our self-improvement culturewhere our fitness and self-improvement culture routinely lets us down and keeps us stuckwhy challenges usually serve as litmus tests rather than something that produces growththe problem with pursuing "toughness" in service of successthe problem of seeking out adversitywhy compliance and consistency are not surefire paths to personal success, but more often paths to serving the needs of otherswhy society does not want you to trust yourselfwhy we willfully ignore easy ways to improve our lives or selveshow 75 Hard and the culture it represents cause people to deepen their mental illnesses Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this episode, John recounts the blessings of 2023. In particular, he draws attention to the foods and possessions that made the year great. He covers everything from fitness wearables to powdered peanut butter.Topics include:The benefits of polyamorous garagesPoor flower bed soil (I mean absolute trash)An ode to dairy productsJohn's sick home gym set upBuying rubber mats from a tweakerJohn's Costco go-to itemsand more! Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this podcast episode, John explains how a noble emotion like obligation has come to wreak so much havoc in our behavior. To understand this, he explores the evolution of human societies, the evolutionary context of obligation, and the role of authority. Topics include:How and why human society originated in the form of autonomous, self-sustaining clansWhy increasing social complexity became crucial for survivalWhy social complexity gave birth to authority as we think of it todayHow this fundamentally altered the role of obligationThe challenges faced by prehistoric societies, highlighting the resilience and intelligence of prehistoric humans. The importance of self-trust, autonomy, and boundaries, and how these are connected to motivation.Criticism of the fitness industryThe importance of self-relianceWhy self-reliance is important to creating strong communitiesEncouraging self-care, self-trust, and self-love in navigating life's journey. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this podcast episode, host John explores the concept of motivation from a fresh persepctive.Topics Include:Why motivation is better understood as a throttle rather than a resevoirThe three biggest impediments to motivationThe three biggest drivers of innate motivationWhy we should never look for motivation on the outsideThe fitness industry's exploitation of people's lack of motivationThe role of influencers in creating a false sense of need via performative disciplineThe way authority turns innate desires into external obligationsHow fear of failure dampens your abilitiesHow shame restricts your permission to actHow obligation, shame and fear of failure when combined at the same time are the recipe for burnout. John encouraging listeners to not wait until the new year to move in a positive direction. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

You'll get the JOURNEY thing once you listen.In this episode, John sits down with Mark, one of his very first clients, to reflect on the bigger picture of weight loss and all he has learned on his "journey."Topics Include:Mark's journey with intuitive eating (its strengths and limitations)The importance of body acceptanceMark's experiences of studying psychology in college and the ways it has impacted his life (workout outside of mental health)Mark's outlook on parentingThe challenges faced by mental health professionalsWhy you should separate fitness from weight loss.John opens up about why his coaching is "different"John's (quite terrifying) ultimate goal with his work Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this podcast episode, John reflects on his relationship with caffeine and other stimulants, discussing their role in his life from childhood to adulthood. Topics discussed:How John unwittingly became a caffeine junkie in early childhood.The role caffeine played in his childhoodThe impacts this had on his psyche and wellbeingHow he (again unwittingly) got off the go-juice in early adulthoodWhy weight loss brought him back into the world of stimulantsHis dalliance with Ephedrine and Caffeine pillsHow PTSD is often misdiagnosed as ADHD and whyHow the experiences of people with ADHD informed John's view of trauma, recovery and the interplay with caffeineHis recent experiment in stimulant sobrietyWhat John has realized about the true role of caffeine in his life Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this episode, host John delves into the topic of stress and emotional eating.He highlights that these behaviors are not solely about the emotions themselves, but rather our unease in dealing with them.John explores the historical background of emotional eating, drawing comparisons between simpler times in the past and the distractions of the present.Listeners are urged to acknowledge and comprehend their emotional discomfort.The concept of emotional eating as a cognitive distortion is discussed.John suggests a strategy of delaying the impulse to eat, gradually becoming more comfortable with experiencing emotions.It is emphasized that the objective is not to immediately cease emotional eating.Small, mindful changes are encouraged as a way to address emotional eating.Throughout the process, self-compassion and understanding are promoted. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this podcast episode, John reflects on his weight loss journey, discussing what he would tell his past (423 lb) self about healthy and effective weight loss. He talks about the importance of self-care, maintaining a positive mindset, and finding a balance between pushing oneself and taking care of one's body. John also discusses upcoming changes to his newsletter and encourages listeners to send in questions for future episodes. He concludes by offering free resources and inviting listeners to inquire about one-on-one coaching. The episode is not only about weight loss, but also about improving mental health and finding happiness throughout the journey. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this episode, John discusses the merits of movement, how to get more into your life and why it can be much easier than you think it has to be. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this episode, John breaks down motivation in a novel way you've never seen before. In doing so, he reveals:The three biggest inhibitors of your motivation: Shame, Obligation and Failure.Why shame is the most powerful of the three but also the most vulnerable to early efforts at change (if you know how to approach it)Why the antidote to shame is expanding permissionWhy expanding permission is the natural result of harnessing awareness and other passive toolsHow to locate exactly where shame is strangling your motivation and how to disentangle it from your life Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this podcast episode, John interviews his client Mike, who has achieved remarkable weight loss results through their coaching sessions. They discuss Mike's weight loss journey, his previous beliefs about weight gain, and the emotional factors that contributed to his overeating. Mike praises John's unique approach to weight loss and his ability to simplify complex issues surrounding emotional eating. They also emphasize the importance of addressing underlying emotional and mental factors in order to achieve sustainable weight loss. Mike shares his experiences with embracing failure, managing stress, and making practical changes to his eating habits and physical activity. He also discusses his rediscovered passion for music and his upcoming performance with his band. Overall, Mike credits coaching for his transformation and highlights the invaluable benefits it has brought to his life. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

Being a weight loss coach with a PhD in the Social Sciences, John Oakes has his own view of the obesity epidemic and its origins. By discussing the macro factors contributing to obesity, he hopes to help listeners contextualize their struggles and in so doing. help equip themselves to make changes that last. Topics discussed:Various factors that contribute to weight gainemphasizing the importance of understanding macro-level factors and contextual influences on individuals' weightImportance of awareness as a precursor to positive change and transformationCorrelation between processed foods, calorie intake, and weight gainImpact of changes in work nature, transportation, and screen time on calorie expenditureAddressing mindset and thought patterns for successful weight lossEmphasizing self-compassion and understandingAnd a personal update about John's own neurofeedback treatment which is just getting startedDon't forget to review the podcast! Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this podcast episode, host John Oakes shares his personal experiences with trauma and his journey towards healing. He discusses:his struggles with mental health and his decision to try neurofeedback therapy.the limitations he faced in finding effective treatmenthow his own healing journey led him to discover new approaches.the impact of collective trauma during the pandemic and his decision to become a coach to help others.why you probably have more anger than you realizethe importance of acknowledging and expressing anger in assertive ways, as well as the connection between emotions and physical health.how to "feel" feeling by listening to themhow to take action to address underlying issues. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

Check out the EASY Weight Loss ClubIn this podcast episode, John introduces his new program called the "Easy Weight Loss Club," launching on September 25th. He explains that it will be a paid community hosted on a platform called Skool, offering course content, live coaching calls, and a supportive community. John emphasizes the importance of reworking our relationship with hunger as an emotion and discusses mindset shifts needed to manage emotional eating. John invites listeners to join the Easy Weight Loss Club and the Weight Loss Freedom Academy for support and guidance in overcoming emotional eating and achieving weight loss goals.Timestamps:The Easy Weight Loss Club [00:00:00]John introduces his new program, the Easy Weight Loss Club, and explains why he created it as a paid community separate from the Facebook group.Challenges with Social Media Algorithms [00:01:04]John discusses the frustration with social media algorithms, specifically mentioning the changes in TikTok's algorithm and the impact it had on his reach.Benefits of Joining the Easy Weight Loss Club [00:02:12]John outlines the benefits of joining the Easy Weight Loss Club, including access to course content, live coaching calls, and a supportive community. He also mentions the Hunger Management Masterclass as part of the program.Understanding Hunger Signals [00:11:38]Explains the purpose and context of hunger signals, and how our resistance to hunger causes suffering.Investigating the Sensations of Hunger [00:13:57]Encourages listeners to explore and identify the physical sensations of hunger in their bodies, and differentiate between emotional and physical discomfort.Hunger as an Emotional Pathway [00:20:48]Discusses how emotions that are not fully processed can manifest as hunger, and the importance of befriending and understanding hunger to uncover underlying emotions.How other emotions use hunger and why they do it [00:22:48]Explains how other emotions can be rerouted through hunger and suggests finding alternative solutions to deal with this.Closing emotional loops and reworking our relationship with emotions [00:23:54]Discusses the benefits of establishing more freedom to feel hunger and taking value-based action instead of reactive eating.Benefits of joining the Easy Weight Loss Club [00:26:04]Highlights the advantages of joining the program, including never having to fear hunger, increasing comfort zones, and experiencing improvements in various areas of life. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

If you have ever made a goal that would have a significant positive impact on your life, then failed to meet that goal, you need to listen carefully to this episode.In this episode, John takes on goal-setting culture, and how, ONCE AGAIN it debilitates those who are in the most desperate need for change and transformation.Topics include:Why the arbitrary nature much goal-setting is tripping people upHow goals mask our true motivationsHow goals distance us from key sources of lifeWhy goal-setting psychologically disposes many people to anxiety and depressionWhy the desperation with which we pursue a goal has an inverse relationship to our successHow a common cognitive function biases us against pursuing our goalsWhy goals don't actually exist and what this means for how we orient our lives going forward Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

This week, John is back from a long podcasting hiatus to cut through the noise od focus on the absolute essentials of weight loss that take precedence over every other consideration. There are really only two things you need to do to accomplish your weight loss goals. Rather than creating a cookie-cutter approach, following these two principles will simplify your path while helping you to tailor your program to your needs. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

In this guided interview with Will Martin of edit4social.com, we explore the importance of feeling our emotions and building comfort with them. We discuss the tendency to try and escape from uncomfortable emotions and the benefits of being present with them. We also examine how listening to our emotions can help us understand the messages they bring and take assertive actions based on them. Ultimately, building comfort with our emotions can increase our awareness and perception, leading to long-term change and improved decision-making. Tune in to learn how to pilot the ship of your emotions and access the trove of information they bring. Buy my book! 75 EASY: the ultimate challenge for personal growthAmazon USUKCAAUWeight loss coaching - Join the Weight Loss Freedom Academy todayTo inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John - email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Check out the EASY WAY OUT Blog/Newsletter siteJoin the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube